Lower-Limb Amputation in Children and Adolescents—A Rare Encounter with Unique and Special Challenges

Lower-Limb Amputation in Children and Adolescents—A Rare Encounter with Unique and Special Challenges

Background/Aim: The pattern of lower-limb amputation, indications, complications, and revision in pediatric cases differs globally. Therefore, we conducted this study to describe the patterns of lower-limb amputation at our institution. Methods: During a set period between 2010 and 2020, adolescent...

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Main Authors: Axel Horsch, Svenja Gleichauf, Burkhard Lehner, Maher Ghandour, Julian Koch, Merkur Alimusaj, Tobias Renkawitz, Cornelia Putz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-07-01
Series:Children
Subjects:
amputation
lower extremity
complications
children
adolescents
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/9/7/1004

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